Child Welfare Specialist III - TRU Unit

Oklahoma Human Services • Norman, OK

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will be located in Norman, OK.
Child Welfare Specialist III H23C
Annual Salary: $43,968.62 + Full State Employee Benefits
Shift-diff pay is paid after standard hours.
Applicants who possess a Master's Degree in Social Work will be entitled to a salary incentive of an additional 5%.
On-call positions will receive an additional bonus ranging from $100 to $150 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities.
Travel is EXTENSIVE. Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.

Days worked will be Tuesday through Friday, 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM.

Requirements

• A Master's degree.
• OR a Bachelors Degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
• OR Two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.

Responsibilities

• Position serves with the Triage Response Unit (TRU), which completes the initial investigations before case assignment to Child Protective Services for completion.
• Conducts initial interviews into reports of abuse and neglect. Requests documentation from law enforcement, medical providers, etc. Assesses child safety and recommends appropriate level of intervention.
• Initiates procedures to remove the child from the home; coordinates activities with law enforcement entities and district attorney's office; provides reports to the courts.
• Participates in meetings with Child Safety Meetings (CSM) and other CW programs.

Benefits

• Full State Employee Benefits
• Shift-diff pay is paid after standard hours.
• salary incentive of an additional 5% with Master's Degree in Social Work
• On-call positions will receive an additional bonus ranging from $100 to $150 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees